remote control FORD TRANSIT CONNECT 2018 Owners Manual

Introduction
About This Manual...........................................7
Symbols Glossary
.............................................7
Data Recording
..................................................9
California Proposition 65..............................11
Perchlorate.........................................................11
Ford Credit
..........................................................11
Replacement Parts Recommendation.......................................12
Special Notices................................................12
Mobile Communications Equipment.....................................................13
Export Unique Options..................................13
Environment
Protecting the Environment........................15
Child Safety
General Information
.......................................16
Installing Child Restraints
.............................17
Booster Seats
..................................................24
Child Restraint Positioning
.........................26
Child Safety Locks.........................................28
Seatbelts
Principle of Operation..................................29
Fastening the Seatbelts..............................30
Seatbelt Height Adjustment......................32
Seatbelt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime
..............................................................32
Seatbelt Reminder
.........................................33
Child Restraint and Seatbelt Maintenance
................................................35
Seatbelt Extension
........................................35
Personal Safety System ™
Personal Safety System ™
..........................36Supplementary Restraints
System
Principle of Operation...................................37
Driver and Passenger Airbags...................38
Front Passenger Sensing System............39
Side Airbags.....................................................42
Safety Canopy ™
............................................43
Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator.......44
Airbag Disposal...............................................45
Keys and Remote Controls
General Information on Radio Frequencies.................................................46
Remote Control
..............................................46
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control............................................................47
MyKey ™
Principle of Operation..................................48
Creating a MyKey...........................................49
Clearing All MyKeys.......................................50
Checking MyKey System Status................51
Using MyKey With Remote Start Systems
.........................................................52
MyKey Troubleshooting
...............................52
Doors and Locks
Locking and Unlocking
.................................53
Manual Liftgate
..............................................56
Security
Passive Anti-Theft System
........................58
Steering Wheel
Adjusting the Steering Wheel
...................60
Audio Control
..................................................60
Voice Control
....................................................61
Cruise Control...................................................61
Information Display Control
.......................62
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Note:
Including to the extent that any
law pertaining to Event Data Recorders
applies to SYNC or its features, please
note the following: Once 911 Assist (if
equipped) is enabled (set ON), 911 Assist
may, through any paired and connected
cell phone, disclose to emergency
services that the vehicle has been in a
crash involving the deployment of an
airbag or, in certain vehicles, the
activation of the fuel pump shut-off.
Certain versions or updates to 911 Assist
may also be capable of being used to
electronically or verbally provide to 911
operators the vehicle location (such as
latitude and longitude), and/or other
details about the vehicle or crash or
personal information about the
occupants to assist 911 operators to
provide the most appropriate emergency
services. If you do not want to disclose
this information, do not activate the 911
Assist feature. See SYNC™ (page 277).
Additionally, when you connect to
Traffic, Directions and Information (if
equipped, U.S. only), the service uses
GPS technology and advanced vehicle
sensors to collect the vehicle ’s current
location, travel direction, and speed
(“ vehicle travel information ”), only to
help provide you with the directions,
traffic reports, or business searches
that you request. If you do not want
Ford or its vendors to receive this
information, do not activate the
service. For more information, see
Traffic, Directions and Information,
Terms and Conditions. See
SYNC™
(page 277). CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNINGS
Some constituents of engine
exhaust, certain vehicle components,
certain fluids contained in vehicles
and certain products of component wear
contain or emit chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm. Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Batteries also contain
other chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer. Wash your
hands after handling. PERCHLORATE
Certain components in your vehicle such
as airbag modules, seatbelt pretensioners
and remote control batteries may contain
perchlorate material. Special handling
may apply for service or vehicle end of life
disposal.
For more information visit:
Web Address
www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazard- ouswaste/perchlorate
FORD CREDIT
US Only
Ford Credit offers a full range of financing
and lease plans to help you acquire your
vehicle. If you have financed or leased your
vehicle through Ford Credit, thank you for
your business.
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On Board Diagnostics Data Link
Connector
WARNING
Do not connect wireless plug-in
devices to the data link connector.
Unauthorized third parties could gain
access to vehicle data and impair the
performance of safety related systems.
Only allow repair facilities that follow our
service and repair instructions to connect
their equipment to the data link connector. Your vehicle has an OBD Data Link
Connector (DLC) that is used in
conjunction with a diagnostic scan tool for
vehicle diagnostics, repairs and
reprogramming services. Installing an
aftermarket device that uses the DLC
during normal driving for purposes such as
remote insurance company monitoring,
transmission of vehicle data to other
devices or entities, or altering the
performance of the vehicle, may cause
interference with or even damage to
vehicle systems. We do not recommend
or endorse the use of aftermarket plug-in
devices unless approved by Ford. The
vehicle Warranty will not cover damage
caused by an aftermarket plug-in device.
MOBILE COMMUNICATIONS
EQUIPMENT WARNING
Driving while distracted can result in
loss of vehicle control, crash and
injury. We strongly recommend that
you use extreme caution when using any
device that may take your focus off the
road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of your vehicle. We recommend
against the use of any hand-held device
while driving and encourage the use of
voice-operated systems when possible.
Make sure you are aware of all applicable
local laws that may affect the use of
electronic devices while driving. Using mobile communications equipment
is becoming increasingly important in the
conduct of business and personal affairs.
However, you must not compromise your
own or others’
safety when using such
equipment. Mobile communications can
enhance personal safety and security when
appropriately used, particularly in
emergency situations. Safety must be
paramount when using mobile
communications equipment to avoid
negating these benefits. Mobile
communication equipment includes, but
is not limited to, cellular phones, pagers,
portable email devices, text messaging
devices and portable two-way radios.
EXPORT UNIQUE OPTIONS
For your particular global region, your
vehicle may be equipped with features and
options that are different from the features
and options that are described in this
Owner ’s Manual. A market unique
supplement may be supplied that
complements this book. By referring to the
market unique supplement, if provided,
you can properly identify those features,
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GENERAL INFORMATION ON
RADIO FREQUENCIES
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with Licence exempt RSS
Standards of Industry Canada. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions:
•
This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
• This device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation. WARNING
Changes or modifications not
expressively approved by the party
responsible for compliance could
void the user's authority to operate the
equipment. The term "IC:" before the radio
certification number only signifies that
Industry Canada technical specifications
were met. The typical operating range for your
transmitter is approximately 33 ft (10 m).
Vehicles with the remote start feature will
have a greater range. One of the following
could cause a decrease in operating range:
• Weather conditions.
• Nearby radio towers.
• Structures around the vehicle.
• Other vehicles parked next to your
vehicle.
Other short distance radio transmissions,
for example amateur radios, medical
equipment, wireless headphones, remote
controls and alarm systems can also use
the radio frequency used by your remote
control. If the frequencies are jammed, you
will not be able to use your remote control.
You can lock and unlock the doors with the
key. Note:
Make sure to lock your vehicle before
leaving it unattended.
Note: If you are in range, the remote control
will operate if you press any button
unintentionally.
Note: The remote control contains sensitive
electrical components. Exposure to moisture
or impact may cause permanent damage.
REMOTE CONTROL
Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (If
Equipped) Note:
Your vehicle ’s keys came with a
security label that provides important
vehicle key cut information. Keep the label
in a safe place for future reference.
Programming a New Remote
Control
You can program your own integrated
keyhead transmitter or standard
SecuriLock coded keys to your vehicle. See
Passive Anti-Theft System
(page 58).
Replacing the Battery
The remote control uses one coin type
three volt lithium battery CR2032 or
equivalent.
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Note:
Refer to local regulations when
disposing of transmitter batteries.
Note: Do not wipe off any grease on the
battery terminals or on the back surface of
the circuit board.
Note: Replacing the battery will not delete
the transmitter from the vehicle. The
transmitter should operate normally.
Integrated Keyhead Transmitter 1. Twist a thin coin in the slot of the
transmitter near the key ring to remove
the battery cover.
2. Remove the old battery. 3. Insert the new battery. Refer to the
instructions inside the transmitter for
the correct orientation of the battery.
Press the battery down to make sure
it is fully in the housing.
4. Snap the battery cover back onto the transmitter. Car Finder
Press the lock button on the key twice
within three seconds. The horn sounds and
the direction indicators will flash.
Note:
If locking was not successful or if any
door or the liftgate is open, or if the hood is
open on vehicles with a perimeter alarm or
remote start, the horn will sound and the
direction indicators will not flash.
REPLACING A LOST KEY OR
REMOTE CONTROL
You can purchase replacement keys or
remote controls from an authorized dealer.
Authorized dealers can program remote
controls for your vehicle. See Remote
Control (page 46).
To re-program the passive anti-theft
system see an authorized dealer.
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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING
Remote Control
You can use the remote control at any
time.
Unlocking the Doors
The position lamps illuminate when you
unlock the doors. When you switch the
ignition on, they automatically turn off.
Note:
You can unlock the driver door with
the key. Use the key when the remote
control is not functioning.
Note: When you leave your vehicle
unattended for several weeks, the remote
control turns off. Your vehicle must be
unlocked and the engine started using the
key. Unlocking and starting your vehicle
once enables the remote control.
One-Stage Unlocking Press the button to unlock all
doors. The direction indicators
will flash.
Two-Stage Unlocking Press the button to unlock the
front doors. Press the button
again within three seconds to
unlock all doors. The direction indicators
will flash.
Reprogramming the Unlocking
Function
When you press the unlock button only the
driver and passenger doors unlock.
Pressing the unlock button again unlocks
all doors.
You can reprogram the unlocking function
so that all doors unlock when you press
the unlock button once.
1. Switch the ignition off. 2. Press and hold both the lock and
unlock buttons on the remote control
until the direction indicators flash twice
to confirm the change.
To return to the original unlocking function,
repeat the process.
Locking the Doors Press the button to lock all
doors. The direction indicators
will flash.
Press the button again within three
seconds to confirm that all the doors are
closed. The doors will lock again, the horn
will sound and the direction indicators will
flash if all the doors and the liftgate are
closed.
Note: If any door or the liftgate is open, or
if the hood is open on vehicles with an
anti-theft alarm or remote start, the horn
does not sound.
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
From Inside
The power door lock control is on the driver
and front passenger door panels. Press the button to lock or
unlock all the doors. The lamp
illuminates with the doors
locked.
Opening the Double Rear Doors
Note: If there is a ladder fitted to the rear
cargo door, do not open the door fully if the
side-loading door is open.
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1. Open the rear cargo door. 2. Press the button.
3. Open the cargo door fully.
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
with the Key Blade
Note:
Do not leave your keys in your vehicle.
Locking with the Key
Turn the top of the key toward the front of
your vehicle.
Unlocking with the Key
Turn the top of the key toward the rear of
your vehicle.
Unlocking the Doors with the
Interior Door Handles
Doors can be unlocked individually by
pulling the interior door handles on those
doors. Pulling the driver door interior door
handle unlocks all the doors, if autounlock
has been enabled.
Rear Door Unlocking and Opening
Pull the interior door handle twice to
unlock and open a rear door. The first pull
unlocks the door and the second pull
opens the door.
Smart Unlocks for Integrated
Keyhead Transmitter
This helps to prevent you from locking
yourself out of your vehicle if the key is still
in the ignition.
When you open one of the front doors and
lock your vehicle with the power door lock
control, all the doors will lock then unlock
if the key is still in the ignition.
You can still lock your vehicle with the key
in the ignition by pressing the lock button
on the remote control even if the doors are
not closed.
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PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT
SYSTEM
Note:
The system is not compatible with
non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems.
Use of these systems may result in vehicle
starting problems and a loss of security
protection.
Note: Metallic objects, electronic devices
or a second coded key on the same key
chain may cause vehicle starting problems
if they are too close to the key when starting
the engine. Prevent these objects from
touching the coded key while starting the
engine. Switch the ignition off, move all
objects on the key chain away from the
coded key and restart the engine if a
problem occurs.
Note: Do not leave a duplicate coded key
in the vehicle. Always take your keys and
lock all doors when leaving the vehicle.
SecuriLock®
The system is an engine immobilization
system. It is designed to help prevent the
engine from being started unless a
correctly coded key for your vehicle is used.
Using an incorrectly coded key may
prevent the engine from starting. A
message may appear in the information
display.
If you are unable to start the engine with a
correctly coded key, a malfunction has
happened and a message may appear in
the information display.
Automatic Arming
The engine immobilization system arms
immediately after you switch the ignition
off. Automatic Disarming
Switching the ignition on with a correctly
coded key disarms the engine
immobilization system.
Replacement Keys
The integrated keyhead transmitter
functions as a programmed ignition key
that operates all the locks and starts your
vehicle, as well as a remote control.
If your keys are lost or stolen and you do
not have a spare correctly coded key, you
will need to have your vehicle towed to an
authorized dealer. You need to erase the
coded keys from your vehicle and program
new coded keys.
Store an extra correctly coded key away
from the vehicle in a safe place to help
prevent any inconveniences. See an
authorized dealer to purchase additional
spare or replacement keys.
Note:
Your vehicle comes with two
integrated keyhead transmitters.
Programming a Spare Integrated
Keyhead Transmitter
You can program your own integrated
keyhead transmitter or standard
SecuriLock coded keys to your vehicle. This
procedure will program both the engine
immobilizer keycode and the remote entry
portion of the remote control to your
vehicle
Only use integrated keyhead transmitters
or standard SecuriLock keys.
You must have two previously
programmed correctly coded keys and the
new unprogrammed key readily accessible.
See an authorized dealer to have the spare
key programmed if two previously
programmed correctly coded keys are not
available.
Read and understand the entire procedure
before you begin.
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If you set the switch to position C with the
ignition switched off, the courtesy lamp
will switch on. It will switch off
automatically after a short period of time
to prevent your vehicle battery from losing
charge. To switch it back on, switch the
ignition on for a short period of time.
Reading Lamps
If you switch the ignition off, the reading
lamps will switch off automatically after
a short period of time to prevent your
vehicle battery from losing charge. To
switch them back on, switch the ignition
on for a short period of time.
Luggage Compartment Lamp
The luggage compartment lamp will
switch on and off automatically when you
open and close the doors. If you unlock the
doors with the remote control, they will
switch on. They will switch off
automatically after a short period of time.
INTERIOR LAMPS - VEHICLES
WITH: PANORAMIC ROOF
PANEL
Side Mounted Lamp
Reading lamp on and off switch
A
Door function switch
B
All lamps on and off switch
C
Press switch B to turn all lamps off when
a door is open. Press the switch again to
turn all lamps on.
You can control all lamps using switch C.
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Center Mounted Lamp
Right-hand side reading lamp on
and off switch
A
Left-hand side reading lamp on
and off switch
B
Door function switch
C
All lamps on and off switch
D
Press switch C to turn all lamps off when
a door is open. Press the switch again to
turn all lamps on.
You can control all lamps using switch D.
Luggage Compartment Lamp
The luggage compartment lamp will
switch on and off automatically when you
open and close the doors. If you unlock the
doors with the remote control, they will
switch on. They will switch off
automatically after a short period of time.
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AB